Lower Chiquito Campground
Closed for the season. Opens in June 2026 and operates through September. First-come, first-served only.
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Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
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Forest Order - Recreation Sites, Roads, and Trails
The net effect of this order is to reopen Kinnikinnick Campground and Florence Lake Picnic Area (i.e removing them from Exabit A of the Forest Recreation Closure list).
About
Lower Chiquito Campground offers a quiet camping experience along Chiquito Creek in the Sierra National Forest, accessible via the scenic Minarets Road. The campground sits beneath a canopy of cedar and pine trees, providing welcome shade during warm summer months. Each campsite is equipped with a picnic table, grill, and fire ring. This is bear country, so proper food storage is essential. Campers should also come prepared with mosquito repellent. The nearest services, including gas, food, and fishing supplies, are available at Wagner's Store, the only gas station along the Minarets Road. The campground operates seasonally from June through September and is first-come, first-served. Sites accommodate up to 6 people. Vault toilets are available, but there is no potable water on-site, so bring an adequate supply.
Directions
From Fresno, take Highway 41 north to Road 200. Turn right and travel east to North Fork. Continue through North Fork on Minarets Road (Forest Road 81) for 35.3 miles to Road 6S71. Turn right and travel 2.8 miles to Road 6S01. Turn right on Road 6S01 and travel 0.8 miles to the campground.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $41 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (559) 877-2218 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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